18 months after double hand transplant, child is now able to write, and feed and dress himself independently
Wednesday, July 19, 2017 - 13:22
in Health & Medicine
The world's first double hand transplant in a child has been successful under carefully considered circumstances. The recipient of the transplant was an 8-year-old boy based in the USA, who is now able to write, and feed and dress himself independently following months of occupational therapy and psychological support. A study presents the first medical report of the surgery and 18 months of follow-up.